Months of fierce competition have culminated in this moment. The 2025 Drum Corps International World Championships are finally here.
For more than 50 years, DCI, often known as the "Marching Music's Major League," has hosted competitions for the world's most elite student musicians and ensembles. Now, 12 talented corps will fight for the Founders Trophy and the official title of World Champion.
The DCI summer tour has traveled all around the country, making stops everywhere from Connecticut to Seattle. No matter those outcomes, this final stop in Indianapolis will be the most pivotal by far.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 Drum Corps International World Championships, including TV channel and streaming options for the marching band event.
How to watch the DCI World Championships 2025
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: FloMarching
The 2025 DCI World Championships will not be broadcast on television, but fans can still stream the action exclusively on FloMarching.
DCI World Championships 2025 start time
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 9
- Time: 4–9 p.m. ET
The 2025 DCI World Championships will take place on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 4–9 p.m. ET at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.
DCI World Championships 2025 schedule
Here's a look at the schedule and lineup for Saturday's meet.
| Time (ET) | Event | Watch |
| 4 p.m. | Gates Open | FloMarching |
| 5:40 p.m. | INpact Band | FloMarching |
| 6 p.m. | U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps | FloMarching |
| 6:20 p.m. | National Anthem - U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps | FloMarching |
| 6:30 p.m. | DCI World Championship Finals | FloMarching |
| 10:20 p.m. | Retreat | FloMarching |